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Softcult Announce Debut Album Alongside Gritty New Single "16/25" | THE NOISE
September 8, 2025
One thing is crystal clear: Ontario rock band Softcult fearlessly speaks their mind.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Quadeca Reclaims The Mundane As Magic In Short Film, "Vanisher, Horizon Scraper" [Q&A]
September 8, 2025
We chatted with the artist about the vulnerability of ambition, his massive upcoming tour, and the joy of making music that reclaims the mundane as magical.
Author:
Ariana Tibi
Pearly Drops' Album, The Voices Are Coming Back, Is A Surrealist's Dream
September 5, 2025
The Voices Are Coming Back strikes a balance between the relatable and otherworldly.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
Born On The Road, Jonah Kagen's Sunflowers and Leather Is An Album of Old Stories and New Beginnings [Q&A]
September 5, 2025
Wanting to know so much more about this ardent humanist and burgeoning talent, we caught with Jonah in his newly minted home studio to learn about life, love, and what this album has in store for us.
Author:
DJ Connor
Longtime Fortnite Fan d4vd Scores a Victory Royale in "Locked & Loaded"
September 4, 2025
"Fortnite has been such a big part of my life and it’s what led me to make music in the first place."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Sensual & Sonically Captivating, Maya Unagi's 'Pieces' EP Is the Perfect Fall Listen
September 3, 2025
We reached out to the immersive talent to hear more about the making of the EP.
Author:
DJ Connor
Who Ruled Pukkelpop 2025?
September 3, 2025
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of this Belgian music festival, let's dive into our favorites from this edition.
Author:
Daniela Waizel Rule
Balu Brigada's 'Portal' Is An Artfully Alternative Debut
September 3, 2025
Balu Brigada is alt pop’s best kept secret, and there’s no question that their debut album Portal, is the gift that we’ve been waiting for.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
"IT'S HARD (to be a Man)" But It's Easy to Love MARIS
September 1, 2025
A bold narrative that uses both humor and sarcasm, this song tackles the heaviness MARIS was feeling during a brief stint as a sex worker.
Author:
Chancey Stefanos
Jazzie Young's 'Everything Changes' Is An Invitingly Introspective Debut
September 1, 2025
Young took the time to answer our burning questions about her debut album, change, and indie movie references.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
MyKey Says Goodbye to a Toxic Relationship in "Please Don't Go"
April 6, 2020
In reality, less "Please Don't Go" and more don't let the door hit you on the way out.
Author:
Jenna Singer
IDK Crafts a Dance Record in His Own Image With KAYTRANADA-Produced 'Simple.'
May 6, 2022
"I wanted to create a project where people can 'dance to real shit.'"
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Rewind: Our 5 Favorite Music Videos of Last Week
May 17, 2022
Enjoy your weekly dose of must-see music videos.
Author:
DJ Connor
Huddy Attempts to Heal After Heartbreak in "Slowly Healing"
February 24, 2023
"Slowly Healing" sees Huddy at his rawest, most vulnerable yet.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Ethel Captures the Subtle Anxiety of Relationships Drifting By Like "Passing Ships"
January 24, 2024
"I wanted to express the impossibility of holding secure relationships, as well as my fear of losing everything and everyone that I loved."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Baby FuzZ Is Our New Disco Pop Obsession with "What U Gonna Do 4 Luv" [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
January 29, 2019
The colorful single opens with an upbeat strumming of an electric guitar and a soulful bass that both shine throughout the entirety of the single.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
slenderbodies Treasures Creativity with Signature Downtempo Melodies In "dewdrops"
May 1, 2019
"This track is the introvert's muse, essentially normalizing and validating the need to hide away in order to create."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Ruby Waters - "Last Cigarette" [Live + Interview] | Northside Sessions
May 21, 2019
Performing her yet-to-be released single "Last Cigarette," Waters illustrates that her alternative-songwriting talents & moving vocals are the real deal.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Rahli Carves Out His Niche in the Versatile 'Still Big Rallo From Lorna'
May 6, 2020
With exceptional flexibility, Rahli's sophomore tape recognizes the pitfalls of being a one-trick pony.
Author:
Maddy Quach
Sophia Messa Relinquishes A Sugar-Coated, Toxic Love in "Ice Cream & Cigarettes"
July 2, 2020
Brazilian-American wunderkind, Sophia Messa offers a look at the darker side of a painfully-sweet first love in third single to date "Ice Cream & Cigarettes."
Author:
Jessica Thomas